1904 $20 Liberty

Description

# 1904 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle - PCGS MS65. An exceptional Liberty Head Double Eagle from the prolific Philadelphia Mint, this *MS65* specimen represents the quintessential example of early 20th-century American gold coinage. Struck during a period of robust economic expansion, the 1904 $20 gold piece showcases the elegant design of James Barton Longacre with remarkable preservation. This PCGS-certified example displays exceptional mint state quality, featuring sharp, well-defined design elements and lustrous surfaces characteristic of a high-grade specimen. With a total population of 6,477 graded coins, this piece ranks among the 774 higher-grade examples, making it a desirable addition to any serious numismatic collection. The coin's technical specifications—90% gold composition, 33.4g weight, and 34mm diameter—reflect the precise minting standards of the era. The 1904 Double Eagle is notably one of the most abundant dates in the Liberty Head series, with a substantial original mintage of 6,256,699 coins. This particular specimen's PCGS MS65 grade ensures superior eye appeal and minimal contact marks, representing an outstanding example of early 20th-century American gold coinage. Its reeded edge and pristine surfaces tell a story of meticulous preservation and numismatic significance. Numismatic Highlights: - *PCGS Certification*: 11449854. - Grade: MS65. - Mint: Philadelphia. - Composition: 90% Gold, 10% Copper. *Estimate*: $5,000 - $6,000